Surry County Jail
North Carolina
Surry County Detention Center
The Surry County Sheriff's Office operates the Surry County Detention Center in Dobson.
- Address
- 216 W Atkins St, Dobson, NC 27017
- Phone
- (336) 401-8900
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Surry County Detention Center in Dobson, call the Surry County Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth, or check the sheriff's official website for an online roster. For people sentenced to state prison, use the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction offender public information search.
Visitation
The Surry County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules at the detention center in Dobson. Call the facility or check the sheriff's official site to confirm the current schedule, registration steps, ID requirements and whether visits are in person or by video.
Bail and bond
In North Carolina, a magistrate or judge sets pretrial release conditions after arrest. Bonds for someone held in Surry County are generally posted through the magistrate's office or at the detention center, either in cash or through a licensed bail bondsman. Call the detention center to confirm the bond amount and accepted payment methods.
Mail and money
Mail to inmates must include the inmate's full name and be sent to the facility address, and it is subject to inspection. Ask the Surry County Detention Center or check the sheriff's site for current mail rules and approved ways to deposit money into an inmate's account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Surry County Detention Center?
Call the Surry County Sheriff's Office at (336) 401-8900 with the person's full name and date of birth, or check the sheriff's official website for a roster.
What is the address of the Surry County Detention Center?
216 W Atkins St, Dobson, NC 27017.
How do I post bail in Surry County?
A magistrate sets the bond. You can post it through the magistrate's office or detention center in cash or through a licensed bondsman, so confirm the details by phone first.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Surry County Detention Center?
Yes. Contact the facility to confirm the current approved deposit methods and any rules.